{"id":948,"date":"2026-07-12T19:29:24","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T23:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1982-oldsmobile-cutlass-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-12T19:29:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T23:29:24","slug":"1982-oldsmobile-cutlass-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1982-oldsmobile-cutlass-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4.3L 6-Cyl Diesel Oil & Maintenance Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass with the 4.3L 6-cylinder Engine Code [V] V Diesel, the engine oil capacity is 5.9 quarts (with filter). Recommended viscosities include 10W-30 for temperatures below 16\u00b0C, 15W-40 for -18 to 16\u00b0C, and SAE 30 is preferred for temperatures above 0\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends using high-performance synthetic options like Signature Series 10W-30 Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> for superior wear protection.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4.3L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass with the 4.3L 6-cylinder diesel engine requires an oil grade of CF. The specific viscosity depends on your operating temperature: use 10W-30 for temperatures below 16\u00b0C, 15W-40 for between -18 to 16\u00b0C, and SAE 30 is preferred when temperatures are above 0\u00b0C.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, here are the recommended fluids and filters for your 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4.3L Diesel.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity\/Grade<\/th>\nProduct Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n10W-30<\/a><\/td>\nDTTQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 10W-30 Heavy-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n10W-30<\/a><\/td>\nADNQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nDHDQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: Oil Grade is CF.<\/em><\/p>\n

Oil Filter Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number\/Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Oil Filter<\/td>\nEAO23-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX XP Oil Filter<\/td>\n51036XP-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Oil Filter<\/td>\n51036-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATF<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATF<\/td>\nAMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications & Details<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade<\/td>\nCF<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n30 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Capacity<\/h3>\n
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Condition<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
With Filter Change<\/td>\n5.9 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Maintenance Tip:<\/strong> Always check the oil level after refilling.<\/p>\n

Automatic Transmission Specifications<\/h2>\n

For the automatic transmission (THM250C), the AMSOIL lookup notes that this specification has been updated from Dexron II or III to Dexron VI per a manufacturer Technical Service Bulletin. The total fill capacity for the 3-speed THM250C is 10.8 quarts, while the initial fill is 4 quarts.<\/p>\n

Cooling System Specifications<\/h2>\n

The cooling system capacity varies based on equipment: it holds 15.3 quarts with AC and 14.8 quarts without AC. AMSOIL offers both a pre-mix ethylene glycol 50\/50 formulation and a concentrated propylene glycol option that requires mixing with distilled or high-quality water.<\/p>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n